Widow delivers heart-wrenching eulogy for NYPD Detective Jason Rivera

There were seven eulogies at the funeral for NYPD Detective Jason Rivera, all impactful, but notably heart-wrenching was the one by his 22-year-old widow, Dominique Luzuriaga. 7ny.tv/3AHLuEf
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[@LeAnn610]

This lady said what all wives of police officers would like to say. Lord please give her strength. I was an officer for 35 years and my wife has been through a lot and she deserves a metal along with wives of all police officers.

[@Chris1969o]

Medal

[@huntingtonbeachanthony4957]

What kind of metal.

[@cynthiakozikowski1765]

This poor woman. May she be comforted in her grief. May he rest in peace.

[@yc3425]

She is so young, and he was so young... Absolutely heartbroken...

[@Miracleedafiogho34]

Sure you're very kind heart woman too Cynthia may God bless you , How are you doing?

[@archangel1527]

God have mercy on her, family and friends. Such a tragedy. Deepest condolences to the families of both fine Officers.

[@lonibeck2293]

God bless rip this has to stop

[@Wasrael]

Oink 🐷

[@Wasrael]

@katy mcallister so you want police to be attacked now? 😂

[@NCO1426]

@@Wasrael No, she literally just said RESIST ATTACKING POLICE, which means DONT attack police

[@pollito6211]

@@Wasrael oof! I nearly cut myself with all that edge

[@NEUTRALDROP]

😥this kid just grew up real quick, I say kid with the utmost respect and I know shes a young lady. And how dare they run ads during this video

[@JD10142002]

The have to make money

[@NEUTRALDROP]

I have a family member that could have made a KZbin video off this tragedy and made money off of it too but didn't do it out of respect and believe me this news organization has alot more money than my family member, that's called doing the right thing not only that but didn't even post a video with no adds out. Posting it as a news organization is one thing but come on

[@msmisbs444]

@@NEUTRALDROP I thought the same....so I edited out the ads. Time and a place to make money. A funeral for someone who risked his life for everyone else? Sad.

[@ItsMadRiv]

KZbin runs ads even if you don't monetize your video

[@sevenp.8640]

I was thinking the same thing, the can make an exception to not have the ads inserted on this one. Prayers for her, and the family

[@chriscarney5374]

She speaks the truth.. I hope things change and good bless this woman and their family.

[@alexjarju2686]

‘Thousands of people surrounds me & yet I feel so lonely’.. my God that’s deep. True love right there.. RIP my brother 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@sandratineo300]

Things will change when we rise up and speak up. Enough is enough. Dumb Bail reforms need to change or criminals will engulf the city as it is doing.

[@chriscarney5374]

@@sandratineo300 Is a very sorry and pathetic state of affairs we are living in. When law enforcement is hbeing hunted without recourse you know we are screwed.

[@sandratineo300]

@@chriscarney5374 hoping and shares her feelings and passion to start the clock and move forward to make change. NYC is home to many and these politicians and justice system are failing the community and favoring criminals. Police force needs back up from everyone and forget about these dumb narratives that have led to this mess

[@Barb417]

She called out Bragg!!!! Her husband LIVES through her!!!!!

[@andyzwz]

She moves me to tears. She makes me realize how important to not take the people you care about for granted. May God guild her through this sorrow. Bless her family.

[@jasminreyes6183]

😞 agree 🙏❤️

[@cynthiahusband106]

SO young, so horrible , had prayed for him to pull thru , his partner had died but was hoping this police officer who was only 22 would make it….. it’s so hard to listen to this , these young men who become police officers need more credit , more recognition , yes there are the officers who “ do things their way” but many of them do the right thing, the right way NYPD just letting you know my heart is broken just like yours , don’t live in NY but sending you love and sympathies to the “ blue brothers, one of the finest , NYPD , I’m so sad for all of New York. RIP Jason and the many other officers who get the job done right , and die in the line of duty.

[@couchna]

@@cynthiahusband106 Indeed

[@Valen_Wolf]

​@@cynthiahusband106 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Hear, hear!!

[@hsinjung5489]

Wow, I am speechless. No words can ever convey what she says here. RIP Officer Rivera; Godspeed. Your widow provides the salve for a deeply wounded nation.

[@kaju1722]

Well said.

[@whatisnewyorksmoking]

She is strong and brave for doing this honestly, may her husband Rest In Peace. He’s definitely there next to you, your forever angel. God bless.

[@jennababe762]

Amen to that 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@LuckiestStarByFar]

She has so much courage to get up there and speak. I wish her healing and comfort. Dominique, Jason is always with you.

[@yulianagarcia1022]

Dominican Republic

[@hlondon2408]

The grief is so deep and real. God, give this woman strength and courage, compassion and mercy. May she know that people all over this country share her pain and shock. May her husband now be with the peace and love of Christ, forever. ✝️ 🙏

[@kathleentyson6727]

This simply broke my heart ,the fact that she was even able to speak at her husband’s funeral was amazing,but when she said what she did about the D.A listening the audience knew e what she meant ,I cannot I ima her grief at this time ,just cannot imagine it.

[@cynthialewis690]

Such immense grief, yet she was so strong.

[@maryjanebrown4667]

This was raw, genuine and gut-wrenching. I think we all hope only the very best for her.

[@jragon9215]

I hope that her life is more fulfilling then all of ours

[@Miracleedafiogho34]

Hello Mary how are you doing

[@falconxlc]

What a beautiful speech. God bless her and her entire family. Indeed a very sad day in America.

[@yankfan08161985]

9:05 glad she said this! RIP Officer Rivera

[@shawnhyland2999]

This pisses me off so bad !!! Thank you for the service of your husband. He is a hero in so many ways!!! WAKE UP AMERICA!!

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

Wake up to what?

[@danielschnorbus4877]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 to the corruption of local government and DA offices letting out career criminals onto the streets murdering innocent lives. Happening all the time.

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

@@danielschnorbus4877 why on earth would a DA, who’s job is literally to put people in jail, let people out with no valid reason. Use your brain and read full articles and not the headline. This person wasn’t even from New York he was from Baltimore , so what does that have to do with a nyc DA?

[@katie4617]

How incredibly brave and beautifully spoken. We need to stop these horrible DAs, not prosecuting these criminals is a disservice to everyone, making us unsafe.

[@JD10142002]

Do you live in NYC

[@ironstove9000]

Soooooo true thank you.

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

It’s definitely the DA that’s been in office for 28 days fault lol . Crime happens everyday from different people

[@katie4617]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 policies send a message to criminals. Crime is at an all time high in nyc, you think that’s a good idea to not prosecute criminals?

[@katie4617]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 A 16-year-old aspiring rapper previously charged with shooting a New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer in the Bronx was recently freed on bond. Reported today, I guess that’s not the DAs fault either.

[@rosiey172]

Her raw grief is heartbreaking and so difficult to watch. Those of us who have lost a loved one knows 1000% what she’s going through. My sincere condolences for her loss.

[@vclfc2196]

Heartbreaking, what a well spoken young lady. Makes you think , never say goodbye or goodnight without kissing your partner and saying you love them . Cause it can all be taken away in a heartbeat. Rest In Peace

[@Loree5669]

She’s very devastated angry and distraught I feel for her.Stay strong

[@cynthiakozikowski1765]

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

[@robdlc438]

Real people, real consequences, real grief. The internet and Twitter are not the real world. People need to get back to reality. God Bless Her and God Bless America.

[@HeROsiNhEaVeN]

Dear God….please give this woman, and their Family the strength and support they need right now….Amen…🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gequitz]

It's so heartbreaking to see her now. I truly hope she finds healing, and that Jason is always with her.

[@SHAUL-YIRAH-MAAMIN.]

Sincere and real, I felt every word...

[@Latindama]

She spoke facts…. May god give her strength to cope with all of this… deep condolences 💐

[@lizg5547]

Mrs. Rivera know that on this day thousands of people across this nation and people from other countries also cried for Jason. We stand UNITED with NYPD and all law enforcement agencies in this country. We grieve for all those police officers who have been killed in the line of duty and 🙏

[@clake8931]

God Bless this poor girl, my heart goes out to her, I’m sitting here crying and I’m sick to my stomach. ♥️😢😔♥️

[@oksanasmirnova5697]

She is beautiful and brave- God Bless

[@biggreen9845]

Man, they had an argument that morning, she said no to the ride, they left mad at each other and then the love of her life is murdered later that day. I can’t imagine how broken her heart is and the pain she is in 😞 Her husband will always be holding her in spirit. Rest In Peace Officer Rivera.

[@NoFloridaMan]

God have mercy on us. Poor woman, poor world.

[@gennya7646]

It's as she's caressing him when she's caressing her papers.

[@Loly920]

Both of these Police Officers are guarding GODS HOUSE. At the end of their watch, they go in and spend their time with God. Bless🙌

[@c.2538]

“22 year old widow” what a sad reality we live in. If only we had some sort of governing body that could impose and enforce laws to protect law abiding citizens and officers.

[@a.mckenny6545]

You said it all.

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

Jail overpopulation says other wise. I wonder if you say this when it’s the police killing people?

[@Chigirl2]

I’m so sorry Mama 😢May our sweet Lord fill your heart with comfort and peace RIP officer Rivera

[@deborah3912]

Many prayers for this young widow, God bless you Mrs Rivera.

[@lunabird89]

You never know when you can lose someone . Always love them and forgive them 😢

[@goaskalicefool]

That was such a moving speech, RIP Jason Rivera and god bless his beautiful wife and family.

[@CA2SD]

The D.A. and everyone else involved that are responsible for these repeat offenders should be required to attend all funerals of the fallen victims. My deepest condolences to his widow and loved ones. R.I.P. to the two fallen officers.

[@ejs7861]

Why??? Majority people will keep vote for them.... just don't be police officer... High risk low payment..... They will forget easily your good deeds and blame you for other cops crimes...

[@bryann3295]

@@ejs7861 Most city Officers made well over $100K last year, especially because of all of the overtime. The police were all very well paid last year at least.

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

What does someone shooting a cop have to do with the DA? A crime can be committed by anyone at anytime

[@zudemaster]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 Because its the same criminals being released over and over without bail or being charged and then they finally end up murdering someone as in this case.

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

@@zudemaster this guy was from Baltimore what does that have to do with a nyc policy? There’s more people in jail than there has ever been so who’s being let out to commit another crime? The DA was sworn in 28 days ago, how is this his fault?

[@albalopez2885]

Lord give this wife some strength she needs you more than ever 🙏 Rest In Peace Detective Jason Rivera I salute you 🙏🙏🙏

[@ayuanabradford3206]

We all need strength. We all lost people, we all are going to lose people soon as we don’t live forever

[@albalopez2885]

@@ayuanabradford3206 well of course we all need strength and yes we all gonna die but right now I am praying for a wife who lost her husband so what’s your point? How sad when someone showing and sending prayers is a problem

[@maryjohnson1890]

Lord please help this child here. She's breaking my heart, she's a young widow now of a young 22 year old man , a policeman who was gunned down senselessly. God help us and forgive us all. l. 😢😢😢❤️🙏

[@johnsheehan7030]

She was amazing, spoke the truth right from her heart. RIP Jason

[@Barb417]

SHE IS AN ABSOLUTE HERO!!!!!!

[@beautifulsoul4521]

She made me cry like I was a close friend to them! Hugs and my condolences to his wife, family and friends!!💔💔💔🙏🏾

[@iamreadytosing]

Mrs Rivera I just wanted to say that my mother and I are praying for you . Very sorry

[@virgil015]

Eternal rest in peace for this good man. May God give her strength. That was incredibly moving.

[@0kanbektas]

Greetings from Turkey 🙏 🇹🇷🇺🇸

[@MRIVERA4396]

Gut wrenching😪God bless you and your family

[@raudello3666]

My deepest condolences to this strong woman. She speaks the truth. What a tragedy and The Manhattan DA needs to be recalled before things get worse

[@lizcoello1095]

I feel so heartbroken for this beautiful woman. I hope her memories of love and happiness with her husband will help to sustain her going forward.

[@margaretupton4767]

You are a very brave lady.Bless your husband Rip.

[@cheech41]

This is truly heartbreaking. My deepest sympathy and love to her and the entire NYPD

[@Egy167]

May the most high bless and comfort them all

[@rrtds9378]

Rest in peace Officer Rivera. Condolences to your wife and family. Thank you for the service. My family will always support the police department.

[@nyc354]

Que el creador los vendiga asta el fin del tiempo. My heart and soul breaks for this widow and the officers Mama, life is precious and fragile. I am not a New Yorker, but I know first hand New Yorkers are the strongest people in the world specially the NYC folks. This is the beginning of the brave New Yorkers like this widow and family to start fighting back, see you in Valhalla Hermano TATA.

[@kristinecrowley8321]

It’s so easy to forget that life is not in our control. I can’t imagine this poor woman’s pain. It makes me appreciate everything about my husband....even his faults. Moral of the story....hug your loved ones right...for as long as you can. And don’t sweat the small stuff.

[@eduardomaribel2883]

You can hear her heart is so sincere!!! This passion has real change coming for our beautiful city of New York!!!

[@ronibajralia7008]

I’m sorry for your loss. Stay strong, that’s the only way he would want it

[@the3js842]

Her passion is simply palpable. May God Bless her ..wrap her in his living arms. And may God have mercy on the soul of the Americans doing this to the United States of America

[@tWz4462]

All I can do is 😢😢😢😢 ,Cry for her pain and lost. This is so wrong on so many levels , Rip . To his wife you my deepest condolences and prayers.

[@stuartnickolas503]

Blessings and positivity to this woman and her family.

[@alanblock7099]

May God help this beautiful young woman , I cry with her

[@thelordshouse899]

So sad for her, God help the NYPD please protect them.

[@elizabethgomez6982]

Thanks for having the courage to speak and share your and Detective Rivera’s love and routines. God Bless you!!!

[@popeye8427]

My God have Mercy my Dear Lord with these officers and their families. May your spirit guide them and protect them and give them strength to Walk through this valley of tears. May the precious Blood of Jesus Christ cover this world and protect us from the evil one. AMEN.

[@ML-kb6ez]

My heart is breaking for this beautiful young lady

[@ironstove9000]

I don't know what to say what a beautiful wife he had she is in so much pain and brokenness all we can do is pray and ask JESUS to help and heal her and the families. So young and so many dreams dashed by evil.Thank her for her courage and care to the men and women in Blue. And her honesty of everyday life with the police officer she loved.

[@joycelynwalker269]

A powerful speech. Praying God grant her and other family members, strength and courage to continue his legacy.

[@gina7800]

Soooo powerful, soooooo real. Godbless her and all of NYPD. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BoricuaMomLife]

I watch the entire thing & I couldn’t stop crying. My blessing go’s out to her and the family 🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@leonapireo6391]

It's time for all people to give our police officers the respect & support they deserve. This administration will bear consequences for their abhorrent behavior.

[@yumark5800]

The pain must be even worse... When the last time you talked to your loved one.... Was anger and the fact he said... "This may be the last time".... Oh.... May she find peace. :( Condolences to her and her family. I hope she stays strong.

[@slapshot68]

This is why u apologize after an argument cause they can be gone in an instant, especially if ur a cop or ur family members are cops

[@yumark5800]

@@slapshot68 100% agree. I always tell my loved ones... Even when they are angry or if I am angry... That I love them. Drives them crazy lol. One day, I had a car accident... Which nearly took my life.... I had a fight with my close friend a day before... Oh boy did he freak out when he heard and tried to get in contact with me as soon as he could. I don't want to be in his situation for him or someone else.... ^^"

[@marcycat]

I'm in tears it's so heart squeezing. I hope things start going in a better direction. Bless her heart.

[@brittnimorin]

My heart breaks for her and the family. Everyone word she spoke was from her heart, the anger and heart brokenness she feels. Such a powerful speech. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@mikec2988]

God Bless NYPD. and Dominique even though I didn't know them I honor Jason for the pursuit of justice and be comforted during this time knowing that Jason's service is to be honored.

[@cilva7able]

I can’t believe the Manhattan DA had the nerve to attend.

[@tamisinasoto4573]

My deepest condolences to his wife and family may God give you strengh !

[@jragon9215]

Her hands are shaking, I wonder if she has more anger then sadness

[@Andrew-ci9xv]

In my thoughts ma’am , RIP my brother

[@mikevallen999]

"THE ( CRIMINAL) SYSTEM CONTINUES TO FAIL US".....a broken hearted quote from Dominique Luzuriaga.....with NYC district attorney Alvin Braggs in mind .

[@mindyourbusiness1811]

How has the system failed? There’s more people in jail than ever?

[@M-arie64]

@@mindyourbusiness1811, you answered your own question..over crowded and no reforms for these offenders that have criminal history since a young age.the system just locks them up keep them in there for a while and out they go again. They go back to this life of crime. Politicians are to blame for this…a revolving door for these criminals. Educate the children and it won't be necessary to punish the men. Pythagoras

[@mikevallen999]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 ...I'm sure Dominique Luzuriaga ( officer Rivera's widow) can give you a clear answer !! .

[@robfriar6570]

@@mindyourbusiness1811 They are not holding people! NY went through a so called criminal reform bill that radically reducing bail. A bank robber, who had robbed three banks and was arrested for five robbery was not held because of the new law. Next day he robbed another bank. That insanity has psread throughout the country.

[@CorettaJG]

He was shot on a domestic violence call. The new DA had nothing to do with that. The DA enforces laws written by the state & county legislative branches of Government.

[@FollowerofChrist9999]

I am heartbroken for her and family. May God comfort her. Her strength is shining through her words.

[@LICIOUS0777]

God give her and their family Grace, comfort, strength and peace; peace that passes all understanding 🙏🏾

[@karengeorge5812]

So Heartbreaking.Thoughts and Prayers to his Wife Family Friends and Fellow Officers. Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 ♥

[@pnagesar9544]

My deepest condolences to and the the families. God bless her.

[@Zero-hl2zy]

Thanks to this young officer mother for giving the world such intelligent brave man for a short time May God bless her 🙏

[@kitbailey6963]

Her words touched my very soul......🌺🌺

[@Bulletnj]

Sending love to you and your family❤️❤️

[@jragon9215]

She’s going to start being angry and bitter towards others now

[@SmilingBanshee1667]

Thanking him for his service...RIP...sincere condolences

[@crystalinabacteria3430]

Heart wrenching. Prayers to this sweet lady , the family & all affected. 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️😥

[@angelazayas2753]

Sincerest condolences and prayers for the family and loved ones. HEARTBREAKING

[@racqueenus]

😭😭😭😭 Married couples please don't stay mad at each other for long. 💔💔💔😭😭😭you never know when it will be the last time you see each other. Please don't go to sleep angry at each other. I'm praying for the Married couples.

[@mariefrancoisdooley6188]

You are right

[@sophalawson6337]

Wow her speech touch my heart. Never leave home angry at each other. You never know if that the last time you've ever hear from each other. Make it a point to forgive. God bless everyone 🙏.

[@PD-eh5dd]

Prayers for her and the rest of the family. Thank u sir for your service.

[@65Latinoheat]

My condolences go out to his family, friends and his co-workers at the 32 Precinct.

[@alanblock7099]

Now we know why he fell in love with this beautiful young woman, as all Nyers are now in love with her, her intelligence, and her compassion and strength, God help her in the days ahead

[@westcoastbred7745]

Intelligence? She says aks instead of ask lmao

[@alanblock7099]

@@westcoastbred7745 You have no compassion, that she was able to give the beautiful speech she gave under horrible circumstances, she rose to the occasion, as she said she was now her deceased husband voice and soros fas need to go. She was amazing

[@saverio6014]

He will live through you and send strength. Back the blue Rip Jason Rivera 🙏

[@aliagnes6166]

So brave of her to tell the story of the day. Prayers for her and the family. She incredibly beautiful and strong.

[@AnaGonzalez-xj6pm]

What a strong woman my condolenses

[@jragon9215]

We need to support her with our money

[@bxriican79]

This hurts. She is going thru so much pain. We all going thru so much pain. These guns need to get off our streets NOW. prayers out to her and family and friends 😭😭😭

[@janetrebman3470]

Wrong! The criminals need to be taken off our streets, tried and punished.

[@omgjimmyboy]

Guns don’t kill people do. Most of these guns are illegal anyways genius

[@shawnbunny8815]

That was heartbreaking to watch. Prayers to her family and her husband's family. May he Rest in Peace❤

[@GuediDeLaVega]

My condolences to the famili.

[@chillycityyadig]

So Powerful, sending prayers to her and the family.